FISHERS, Ind. (October 1, 2026) – The CEDIA Foundation has opened applications for Your Future, Fully Integrated, a workforce development initiative designed to support individuals entering the professional smart home industry through free training and career coaching.
Selected applicants from the US, UK, India, Australia, and Canada will receive a grant covering the full cost of CEDIA’s Smart Home Fundamentals online learning pathway. The 20-hour, self-paced training provides the foundational knowledge needed to begin working as a technician. Topics include audio, video, wire and cabling, termination and testing, construction methods and materials, project processes, equipment installation, retrofit installation techniques, safety practices, and building codes and standards.
After completing the online coursework, recipients in select US and UK markets will be invited to attend a hands-on CEDIA Residential Bootcamp, where they can apply their new skills and receive expert guidance from experienced industry professionals. The hands-on training will take place at CEDIA’s US and UK headquarters as well as partner training facilities. Recipients will also receive a free career coaching consultation from Amplify People, a talent partner serving AV and integration professionals, to support their next steps in the industry.
“The success of 100 Techs in 100 Days in 2025 demonstrated what can happen when we make the path into this industry more accessible,” said David Weinstein, CEDIA Foundation Chairperson. “Your Future, Fully Integrated builds on that momentum by giving motivated individuals the training and support they need to pursue an exciting new career in smart home technology.”
Your Future, Fully Integrated is accepting applications now through Nov. 13. Eligible applicants include individuals age 18 and older with transferable skills from adjacent trades such as construction, networking, and information technology, near or recent graduates, and people passionate about technology and its ability to positively impact people’s lives.
Applicants who meet CEDIA’s student membership eligibility requirements are also encouraged to take advantage of the free resource, which is available to individuals currently enrolled full time in an accredited school, college, university, or training program, as well as those who have graduated from a full-time program during the current calendar year. Student members receive access to educational content, industry insights and trend reports, invitations to events, connections to a global professional network, and more.
“Programs like Your Future, Fully Integrated are only possible because of the generosity of our donors and the commitment of the smart home community to keep building the workforce of tomorrow,” said Tara Guertin, CEDIA Foundation Operations & Workforce Development Manager. “We encourage everyone in the channel to help spread the word. There may be someone in your network with the skills and passion to succeed in this industry who simply has not yet discovered this career path.”
For more information about Your Future, Fully Integrated, eligibility requirements, and available training locations, visit cediafoundation.org/your-future-fully-integrated.
About the CEDIA Foundation
The CEDIA Foundation is a global nonprofit dedicated to nurturing the workforce of the professional smart home industry. Founded in 2024 by CEDIA, the Association for Smart Home Professionals™, it is the first charity of its kind in the industry. Through generous donations, the Foundation funds scholarships and training opportunities for aspiring smart home professionals and supports industry members facing disasters or other hardships. Through these initiatives, the CEDIA Foundation is building a stronger, more diverse, and resilient workforce to meet the growing demands of the rapidly evolving professional smart home industry. Learn more at cediafoundation.org.
About CEDIA
CEDIA® is the Association for Smart Home Professionals™. Established in 1989, CEDIA is dedicated to advocacy, connection, and education, and fosters a thriving community as the home for smart home professionals. Globally, CEDIA advances the rights of technology integrators by working with governmental bodies; gathers industry professionals and allied tradespeople for learning and networking; and creates trainings, standards, and certifications to ensure the continued growth of the smart home industry. CEDIA co-owns Integrated Systems Europe, the world's largest AV and systems integration exhibition, and founded CEDIA Expo, the world's largest residential technology show. Today, a community of over 30,000 CEDIA members from more than 80 countries deliver smart home technology solutions that enrich homeowners' lives. CEDIA also produces The Integration Conversation podcast, sharing insights and perspectives from industry leaders, and offers a dedicated CEDIA Membership App to connect, inform, and support professionals worldwide. Learn more about CEDIA at cedia.org.